Dr. Andrea Schaffner
Geriatric Medicine in Essex, Connecticut
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 46+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Andrea Schaffner, MD, is a Geriatric Medicine specialist in Essex, Connecticut. She attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1978, having over 46 years of diverse experience, especially in Geriatric Medicine. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Middlesex Hospital, Yale-New Haven Hospital. Dr. Andrea Schaffner also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Mhs Primary Care, Inc. Dr. Andrea Schaffner accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (860) 767-8265 to request Dr. Andrea Schaffner the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Andrea Schaffner |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
9739266297 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Geriatric Medicine (primary specialty)
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 46 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Andrea Schaffner attended and graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1978.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1922035005
- NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, June 26, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - She does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - She does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - She does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Andrea Schaffner
Medical Licenses
Dr. Andrea Schaffner has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 46 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 023007 | Connecticut |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| New London, Connecticut | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| Middletown, Connecticut | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
| New Haven, Connecticut | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Mhs Primary Care, Inc | 99 |
Practice Locations
147 Westbrook Rd
Essex, CT 06426-1512
Phone: (860) 767-8265
Fax: (860) 358-8653
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Tuesday, April 11, 2017. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Andrea Schaffner [NPI: 1922035005]Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine